*before booking please read fully* A secluded road will lead you through the dense jungle to your personal tropical getaway. This unique home is nestled in the heart of Volcano's Rain Forest, with full 360-degree jungle views! This property is a dream for couples or groups of family and friends. You'll cherish the privacy of the location, as well as its convenience, just minutes from Hilo and Volcano National Park. This is a great central location for exploring the East side of the Big Island. Master Bedroom: King Bed & Full Daybed Living Room: Full Daybed Your private property is beautifully decorated, with Bali-inspired accents throughout. In the fully equipped kitchen, you'll find stunning black counter tops and bamboo flooring. Utilize the stainless steel appliances and modern amenities to prepare delicious home-cooked meals during your stay. Gather at the dining room table next to your modern fireplace to enjoy dinner or make plans I for your next adventure-filled day. Embrace your color-filled living room that includes a comfortable armchair and a full-sized daybed for sprawling out and enjoying a movie or to be used for additional sleeping accommodations. And when you're ready to retire for the night, settle into your gorgeous master suite where you'll rest peacefully on a luxurious, hotel quality king-sized mattress with memory foam. Your room features lovely tropical accents and is filled with bright natural light and natural breezes from your private upstairs lanai. Wake up in the morning and enjoy a cup of coffee on the front porch or spend some time lying in the upstairs lanai hammock with a good book. And after your long day of exploring the nearby beaches and hiking in the Volcano National Forest, return to the house and soak in your private hot tub for a perfect end to a perfect day. At night you'll be serenaded by the sweet chirping of coqui frogs. And, if you hear rustling trees and grunting sounds, grab your camera - this means a cute family of wild pigs is passing through. As soon as they sense your presence they'll run off, so act quietly and quickly! Key Residence Features: - Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with gas stove and more. 2 flat-screen cable Smart TVs, private hot tub, electric fireplace/ heater, dehumidifier, space fans, screened-in lanai and more! Location: - Central location - Quick access to the main highway - 25 minutes from Hilo - 15 minutes from Volcano National Park - 45 minutes from Black Sands Beach - 10 minutes to Volcano Village **IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE MAKING A RESERVATION** 1. LOCATION/OFF GRID: Home is located in the heart of the jungle and partially off grid. You will take a short bumpy dirt road (1-3 minutes) through the rain forest. Most guests love this part of the trip as you are surrounded by nature and driving literally through the jungle. A small SUV or Jeep is recommended. Being off grid means resources are limited and the WiFi can be spotty. Our water supply comes from the rain (it's filtered but drink at your own discretion) and propane is our main energy source. We check our water and propane tanks before guests arrive. With normal use you should not run out. We do have an onsite washer but we ask our guests not to use it unless absolutely necessary because water can sometimes be scarce depending upon the time of year. If it's super rainy during your stay then it should not be a problem to use the washer. 2. BUGS. There are bugs but not a lot. It is a tropical jungle but because it doesn't get super hot in Volcano there are far fewer bugs than you'd expect for a jungle location. You may consider bringing bug repellent just in case (you may need it throughout your island adventures) 3. NOISES. Living mostly off-grid in the jungle may bring its own set of noises. At night throughout the island you will be serenaded by the chirping of coqui frogs. Rustling branches, grunts and squeals means that a family of wild pigs are nearby, so quick grab the camera and enjoy the wildlife. There are also wild roosters and chickens all over the island. Some guests may be sensitive to the sounds of the island so bring ear plugs if you are. All and all most guests love being serenaded by the amazing sounds of the jungle and sleep peacefully. 4.WEATHER- Like most homes in Hawaii we do not have central heat or AC. Typically the weather is between 70-75 degrees year around. We provide blankets for winter and fans for summer and it is generally extremely comfortable and the windows are always open. We do have a small heater/fireplace to take the chill out in winter but in general please dress appropriately for nighttime in case it is colder than usual. Think off grid/ camping. 5.RESERVATION CHANGES-We typically don’t offer reservation changes so please be aware of our cancellation policy at time of booking** All of these aspects are what makes this Rainforest Getaway so special, with an adventurous attitude you will surely enjoy this unique experience of living in the jungle. IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE: - Property is partially off grid and a dirt road is taken to get there- a 4wd/Jeep or SUV is highly recommended, but not required - Wifi can be finicky due to secluded location We recommend that you drive a 4 wheel drive to this property. Bus Public transportation, Hele-on Bus, runs only during certain hours and you can get downtown Hilo in only 40 minutes on the route 11/red line. For more information visit their website at: www heleonbus org/ Car Rental There is a local Enterprise Rent-A-Car office in Hilo, their number is eight zero eight 9340345. Also a Hertz eight zero eight 934 0302 and Budget eight zero eight 935 6878. You can also find local car rentals on Turo com Bike Rentals Bike Volcano Rentals and Tours is a great way to get around the Volcano National Park. They have E-Bikes with GPS guided tours that require a smartphone. Visit their website for more information at: volcanobikerental com Uber, Lyft and Taxi's Uber and Lyft are available by using their app. To find a Taxi search on your web browser, ‘local taxi near me’. Here are 3 that we recommend: -Stans Taxi eight zero eight 443 8810 -AA Marshall’s eight zero eight 936 2654 -Da Best Taxi eight zero eight 557 7059 Hitchhiking You will see a lot of people walking with their thumb up on the island, we aren’t so sure it’s legal, and we’ve never done it, not sure we recommend it, but you will see it as a main means for some people on the island to commute. Check in: Anytime after 4pm Check out: Anytime before 10am GUESTS WHO BOOK AUTOMATICALLY AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS LISTED BELOW (as per Hawaii County STVR Laws): (a) Quiet hours shall be from 9:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., during which time the noise from the STVR shall not unreasonably disturb adjacent neighbors. (b) Sound that is audible beyond the property boundaries during non-quiet hours shall not be more excessive than would be otherwise associated with a residential area. (c) Guest vehicles shall be parked in the designated parking area. (d) The STVR shall not be used for commercial purposes.